
Sportsnet’s Maria St. Aubin stops by for our weekly edition of Text Line Tuesday (30:24). Blue Jays play-by-play voice Dan Shulman weighs in on Alejandro Kirk’s development, Rowdy Tellez’s role this season, and the Blue Jays’ lineup versatility (50:58). Anthony Stewart, former NHL forward and current Sportsnet analyst, chimes in on Michael Hutchinson’s standout performance against Edmonton and the Maple Leafs’ improved defensive approach (1:35:54). Oilers defenceman Darnell Nurse discusses some of the chippiness during last night’s game against the Leafs, his impressions of the North Division, and his experience playing alongside Connor McDavid (2:00:13). 



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March 2: Blue Jays’ lineup versatility with Dan Shulman

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Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert welcome Adnan Virk on the show as he describes why Juan Soto is an absolute difference maker and how the Yankees are one of the best teams in baseball even without Cole pitching (8:40). Then, his thoughts on the Jays - why Kirk and Varsho might be on the right path, why Berrios is a Cy Young-worthy pitcher and how the Jays' top-3 starters can keep carrying the team. Finally, thoughts on the legendary John Sterling who announced his retirement this week. Later, Shayna Goldman (26:45) from The Athletic shares what goes into Hart Trophy voting, the rise of Matthews, what stood out about McDavid and which player she is leaning toward. 

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Hart Check – Matthews' Stock Is Climbing

Jeff Marek makes his weekly appearance with Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to discuss playoff races, why people won’t feel sorry if Detroit misses again and the Coyotes' situation with the move to Utah all but being official (5:35). Then, Jeff explains why hockey will return to the desert and how the NHL is making this more of a temporary move. Afterward, to Canada winning the Women’s World Championship in what’s being called the best women’s game of all time. Later, Kaitlyn McGrath (25:20) from The Athletic on the new series with the Yankees, why Justin Turner has been everything they wanted and more and perhaps the Jays offseason has been better than suggested. Finally, a look at pitchers, the debut of Rodriguez and if there is legit concern around Kevin Gausman. 

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Jays Offseason Suddenly Looks Better…

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert start with an in-depth chat with Jays radio analyst Chris Leroux (6:53) ahead of the series against the Rockies. He goes into Kevin Gausman’s start, how surprised he was to see his velocity drop in cold weather and what it’s like as a pitcher dealing with that. Then, the Jays' depth, bullpen injuries and the importance a catcher makes and why Danny Jansen’s return will be so important. Next up we head to Las Vegas where Aaron Bronsteter (26:12) is covering UFC 300. He goes over the card, and why it’s more about depth instead of the headliner. Then, while we speak to Aaron he gets the chance to interview a couple of fighters live on the show with both Kayla Harrison and Max Holloway.

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UFC 300 – 2 Fighters Crash the Show and Take Over!

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert open with news emerging from the Shohei Ohtani saga and leaked details on how his interpreter stole $16M. Next up, a chat with Mike Malott (8:58), UFC Welterweight and SN analyst this weekend for UFC 300. He gives us a great behind-the-scenes view of the life of a fighter and then his views on the card and what it takes to get back in the octagon when getting over injuries. Finally, what’s next for him and a surprise text he received today regarding his future. 

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UFC 300 Preview with Mike Malott

Frank Seravalli joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert to take a look at some of the most popular US-born players, where Auston Matthews ranks and why in the US a Canadian player from a Canadian team is the most popular player overall south of the border (5:18). Then, some news on Jack Hughes and the divisions that could be settled this evening. Later, we head to the site of The Masters with Adam Stanley (25:40) as he prepares for the tournament this week. A look at the field, the players coming over from LIV and where we might all stand in a year from now. Finally, assessing the Canadians in the field and a couple of sleeper picks. 

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March 2: Blue Jays’ lineup versatility with Dan Shulman

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